Petersburg High School - Missile Yearbook (Petersburg, VA)

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FOREWORD Heritage is a wonderful asset and Petersburg High Scliool can surely claim its share. Out of a bequest made in 1822 by Mr. David Anderson for public education in Petersburg, has grown this fine institution which is now responsible fcr the education of approxi- mately one thousand students each year. From six teachers and two courses — “English and Mathematics” and “Classical” — have grown about five courses offering more than ninety-five subjects under fifty- five teachers. The curriculum of the school has retained its definite emphasis on scholarship but has also added special attention to the Coopera- tive Training, Industrial Arts, and General courses. For the college- bound student, two courses have been added this year. In the math- ematics department. Algebra 5, an introduction to college math, is now offered to those students who have completed all of the previ- ously offered math; and in the English department. Speech 3, an ad- vanced reading course, is offered to those who have completed the required English. Language laboratories for Erench and Spanish students also aided in making the year a notable one. Along with scholastic achievements, various extra-curricular ac- tivities add to the excitement and work of the year. Everyone is encouraged to join clubs and activities, and the Student Council sponsors a point system to recognize those students who do out- standing jobs in their activities. Ihus this yearbook is dedicated to relating to the reader the entire story of this 1962-63 school year. EcUtor-in-CJiief Betty Bishop Associate Editor Mapy Anne Bitchings Business Manager Judy Bailey five

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 6 Dedication 8 Administration and Faculty 10 Classes Seniors 17 Juniors 45 Sophomores 57 Freshmen 67 Activities 77 Athleties 121 Advertisements 141 Conelusion four

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k THEME FULL OF MEANING Ye rii[i,id Ploughmen! Bear in mind Your labour is for future hours. Advance! Spare not! Nor look behind! Ploup,h deep and straip,ht with all your powers! ' ’ — Hichard Henry Horne The Plough This impressive verse has been selected to exemplify the theme of the 1963 Missile. Its forceful meaning is fully projected to each student as he sees himself compared to the rigid Ploughman. The student of today must work hard throughout his school years in order to insure a profitable future. Whether his plans include a job or college, both greatly depend on just how hard he works and how well he applies himself during his high school years. Another im- poi ' tant factor is the zeal with which he carries out his duties. His enthusiasm inspires him onward and influences others to follow. As one ’entures through his last four years of public school educa- tion, he needs to begin to complete his development into a mature adult. According to the verse, he must always do his best in what- ever job he undertakes. He also shoidd put his whole self into each activity and maintain high moral standards, as expressed in the last line, “P ong i deep and siraight with all your powers!” Character development is just as important as academic progress, and it should rate in each student’s mind with equal importance. The courses, activities, and athletics offered at Petersburg High are of the highest caliber aud blend well together to give the proper background for the development of each student. However, the scfiool cannot do this alone, and it is up to each individual to use these facilities to the best of his ability, as emphasized in the verse. six